Warehouse Associate

General Summary of Position

The Warehouse Associate will primarily be responsible for maintaining organized and efficient inventory storage. Handle incoming and outgoing shipments for the warehouse; store and distribute materials within the warehouse, assist coworkers with handling inventory and operate warehouse equipment.

• Pack items appropriately to avoid damage, including building/stacking pallets.
• Verify outgoing shipment to ensure correct shipment of orders.
• Operate forklift, pallet jack or hand truck to move items.
• Maintain equipment is in good working order.
• Label and store incoming material.
• Maintain clean and organized inventory shelves and racks.
• Assist machine operators with handling raw material.
• Basic housekeeping of discarding packing materials and pallets.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must have strong attention to detail and organization.
• Detail-oriented including experience with both manual and electronic recordkeeping systems.
• Able to communicate, write and read English.
• Ability to take and follow directions.
• Basic math and reading skills required.
• Previous forklift certification preferred.

• Ability to show initiative & confidence in actions on the job and take responsibility for personal actions.
• Ability to be self-motivated to grow personally and professionally through on-going training / education as a result of the demands of the position.
• Ability to focus on and meet target goals and objectives.
• Ability to proactively identify and solve problems before they become significant issues.
• Ability to use clear and concise written communication in the execution of this position to effectively transmit information to DGS team members.